Author Archives: Jan Ross
Peggy’s Cove, Halifax, Nova Scotia
I was so proud. Looking back from gazing over the peaceful harbor, I could see my husband, Tom, with his hand on the shoulder of an older man with a cane. They were both way out on the granite boulders which lined the shore of Peggy’s Cove and the lighthouse that perched right on the … Continue reading
Choose a Real Castle For Your Next Stay: Dromoland Castle, Ireland
Drive through the stone gateway of historic Dromoland Castle, a luxury 5 star hotel, in Ireland and winding through gorgeous acres of lush grass, you will see the green rolling hills of the world-class golf course and beautiful, majestic trees. As you pull up to the ivy-covered front of the gray stone walled castle, your … Continue reading
I Have Travel Writer ADD
On any given morning, I take my Diet Cherry Dr. Pepper – we all get our caffeine fixes in our own way, thankyouverymuch – in my Tervis cup with lots of ice because we Southerners are all about lots of ice and settle down in front of my computer, all prepared to get a ton … Continue reading
The Uber-Modern Movenpick Hotel in Amsterdam
At first glance, the Movenpick Hotel in Amsterdam looks like a pile of children’s blocks placed neatly in a pile by the side of the river Lj. Angular, modern, stark against the gray fall sky, the modernistic beauty is amazing. Conveniently located only a couple of blocks from Central Station, it’s an easy walk or … Continue reading
Mmmmm….Cheese! Cheese Tasting at the Reypenaer Tasting Room in Amsterdam
Last year at this time, we had just returned from a wine-tasting river cruise from Amsterdam to Paris with Amawaterways. We had never been to Europe, never been on a river cruise and never made friends while traveling that we would actually keep as friends once we returned home. We stopped in Montreal, Quebec for … Continue reading
Zoetry Paraiso de la Bonita – Paradise in Riviera Maya, Mexico
Step into the marble-floored lobby of Zoetry Paraiso de la Bonita in Riviera Maya, Mexico. The Mexican-themed, adobe colored walls are open to the salt-scented breeze off the turquoise ocean. The fountain murmurs gently and, surrounded by eclectic artwork from around the world purchased by the well-traveled owners, you find all your worries begin to … Continue reading
What NOT To Give Your Sweetie For Christmas
Every magazine I pick up recently has articles about what to give your girlfriend/fiancé/wife for Christmas. Beautiful, glittering piles of decadent chocolates, imaginatively scented soaps, exquisite jewelry and exotic trinkets like a bejeweled iPhone case sparkle enticingly from the pages. Most of the plunder is ridiculously overpriced, completely impractical and not something you would ever … Continue reading
The Red Coach Inn, Niagara Falls
A version of this article also appeared on Examiner.com HERE. The same article without photos appeared on A Luxury Travel Blog HERE. It was the huge jacuzzi tub that captivated me. Everything else about this completely fabulous suite at the Red Coach Inn in Niagara Falls was overwhelmingly wonderful, but after a long day … Continue reading
The Citadel, Halifax, Nova Scotia
When I heard that The Citadel in Halifax was a restored fort, I have to admit I was not all that thrilled about seeing it. However. That was before I saw this. Citadel sentry.
Eating Our Way Around Portland, Maine with Maine Foodie Tours
Portland, Maine was definitely not putting her best foot forward. The Norwegian Jewel had pulled into port in an icy, driving rain and things were not improving at all. Skies were dark gray and the rain was not letting up, literally throwing cold water on our hopes of a lovely day for our culinary walking tour. With visions of … Continue reading
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